A well-known health figure in the French media, Dr. Jimmy Mohamed recently addressed the subject of storing open bottles of water during his radio column on RTL. Discover his advice for preventing the risks associated with this very widespread practice.
Exactly how long can we keep a bottle of water once we open it? What are the risks involved? Dr Jimmy Mohamed explains everything to us in detail.
How long should you keep an opened bottle of water?
It’s a pretty classic pattern: you’re thirsty, you open a bottle of water, drink a few sips, then leave that same bottle lying around. As it remains in your environment, you no longer pay attention to it and when it’s time to refill your water, you then have a doubt: how long ago did I open this bottle?
And you do well to ask yourself the question! Indeed, even if the water does not expire, it is better to consume an opened bottle quickly.
Whether she is still or carbonatedfor Dr Mohamed, it is necessary consume the content of water bottle opened within 24 hours. No more, no less, that’s the golden rule. “When you open a bottle of water, a bottle of classic or sparkling water. Well, after 24 hours, if you haven’t drunk it, it has to go in the trash”he says.
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Once this period of time has passed, it is time to throw away the bottle to protect yourself from any health risks. But what is the problem, exactly? According to DR Jimmy Mohamed, “lPlastic degrades very quickly. In another study, it was shown that the longer a bottle of cola remained open, the more plastic materials were found in it.
Good practices to adopt for safe consumption
To start, forget the idea of reusing bottles plastic to infinity. This may seem like a virtuous and ecological practice to you, but in reality, this type of container is not at all designed for repeated and prolonged use. Better throw away immediately after useas recommended by Dr Mohamed on RTL.
On the other hand, you can bet on reusable glass or metal bottles that it is important to clean regularly. This way you prevent the development of potentially harmful bacteria.
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